Overview
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Mason Swafford

Tulsa,Ok

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Roaster

Topeca Coffee Company
Tulsa, Oklahoma
11.2021 - 03.2024
  • Oversaw daily operations on the warehouse floor.
  • Daily quality control procedures of roasted products.
  • Trained new staff on proper roasting techniques and safety protocols.
  • Managed inventory of green coffee beans to support production needs.
  • Cleaned and maintained roaster, grinder, and other related equipment.
  • Maintained correct settings for temperature, humidity, and pressure during processing to consistently produce high-quality products.
  • Created detailed reports outlining data from the roasting process such as time and temperature curves.

Head Barista

The Station Coffee Shop & Bakery
New Orleans, LA
01.2018 - 06.2019
  • Provided excellent personal service to maintain customer satisfaction and return business.
  • Conveyed accurate and detailed knowledge of products to customers.
  • Maintained daily cleanliness throughout the entire shop, with an emphasis on a clean workspace and equipment.
  • Trained new baristas on brewing techniques and customer service.
  • Prepared and served specialty coffees, teas, and other beverages in accordance with customer specifications.

Barista

Stumptown Coffee Roasters
New Orleans, LA
05.2017 - 06.2018
  • Educated customers on standard and specialty coffee beverages.
  • Trained new employees on procedures and policies.
  • Maintained a calm demeanor and attention to detail in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Quickly and accurately handled financial transactions.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the coffee preparation area and equipment.
  • Operated point-of-sale system to accurately process transactions and manage inventory.

Co-Founder and Assistant Manager

Hodges Bend
Tulsa, Ok
07.2012 - 03.2014
  • Provided strong input on design, layout, and construction on site.
  • Created a product menu, a rotating specialty coffee program, and custom espresso blends.
  • Maintained employee training and scheduling.
  • Performed all duties in relation to shop upkeep and maintaining customer satisfaction.
  • Developed business strategies to enhance operational efficiency and market reach.
  • Established partnerships with local suppliers to improve service delivery.
  • Recruited, trained, managed, and evaluated staff.

Front Desk and Sales Rep

Saied Music Company
Tulsa, Ok
01.2006 - 06.2009
  • Provided extensive knowledge of all products, working one-on-one with customers on the sales floor.
  • Maintained up-to-date information on products sold.
  • Engaged customers by providing detailed product demonstrations and information.
  • Processed customer orders efficiently through point-of-sale systems and software.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and concerns with professionalism and promptness.
  • Maintained an organized display of merchandise to enhance the shopping experience.
  • Developed key customer relationships to increase sales.

Skills

  • Completed Introductory Sommelier Course of The Court Masters Guild of Sommeliers
  • Q Grader specialty coffee quality certification

Timeline

Roaster

Topeca Coffee Company
11.2021 - 03.2024

Head Barista

The Station Coffee Shop & Bakery
01.2018 - 06.2019

Barista

Stumptown Coffee Roasters
05.2017 - 06.2018

Co-Founder and Assistant Manager

Hodges Bend
07.2012 - 03.2014

Front Desk and Sales Rep

Saied Music Company
01.2006 - 06.2009
Mason Swafford